Merriwether Middle vs Paul Knox Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in South Carolina, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Merriwether Middle
North Augusta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
365 students
Paul Knox Middle
North Augusta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
573 students
| Measure | Merriwether Middle North Augusta, South Carolina | Paul Knox Middle North Augusta, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #103 of 248 | #114 of 248 |
| National rank | #8215 of 15,369 | #9014 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 365 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | North Augusta | North Augusta |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merriwether Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.4 vs 43.7).
- •Paul Knox Middle does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 45%).
- •Merriwether Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 18.5).
- •Paul Knox Middle is the larger school with 573 students compared with 365.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Merriwether Middle better than Paul Knox Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Merriwether Middle ranks higher (47.4 vs 43.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Merriwether Middle and Paul Knox Middle?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between North Augusta and North Augusta in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Merriwether Middle: 365. Paul Knox Middle: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Merriwether Middle and Paul Knox Middle rank in South Carolina?
Merriwether Middle is 103rd of 248 and Paul Knox Middle is 114th of 248 among middle schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).